John’s unique combination of entrepreneurial endeavors, academic background—holding a BBA and MBA in administrative management and his law enforcement service in one of America’s most dangerous cities placed him in demand throughout the nation. His high-profile arrest of a serial killer certainly contributed to his reputation, but it was his work reducing crime by over 70% in just over two... read full bio
New York-based Brian Mazza is an entrepreneur. Brian has over 15 years of expertise in both fashion and hospitality, and he has co-founded some of the most successful brands in New York City. Creating has always been Brian's main interest, and he has made a name for himself in the health and wellness industry. Being a very competitive player since... read full bio
Robyn Jackson has a strong desire to improve educational institutions. She has assisted thousands of K–12 educators and administrators in gaining the clarity and self-assurance necessary to transform their classrooms and schools into success stories in her role as CEO of Mindsteps Inc. Jackson helps teachers and administrators create demanding educational programs that give students the encouragement and support they need... read full bio
Award-winning author, committed educator, and engaging presenter Dr. Katherine McKnight started her teaching career in the Chicago Public Schools more than 30 years ago, teaching social studies and English in middle and high schools. She frequently provides consulting services in classrooms and schools both domestically and abroad, in addition to speaking at conferences for professional development. Dr. McKnight's appointment as remarkable Professor of... read full bio
Emily Diehl is a curriculum designer, author, and educational consultant who integrates the most recent findings on academic motivation and attitudes into teacher practices and student programs. She implemented mindset research in schools with adults and students while working as an instructional consultant and ELA and reading teacher in South Sacramento, California. She joined the team after working as a... read full bio
Helping others discover that thrilling "aha moment"—a magical juncture where learning and effort come together to create new abilities and limitless opportunities—ignites Janna's enthusiasm. With an unwaveringly positive attitude, a sharp eye for detail, and an unrelenting desire for answers, Janna feels that building strong relationships is the cornerstone of any meaningful undertaking. She believes that everyone of us has... read full bio
Dr. Ablon, the founding director of Think:Kids in the Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Psychiatry, has devoted his career to changing how we understand and react to troubling behavior. One of his four books, Changeable, was hand-picked by Susan Cain, Dan Pink, Adam Grant, and Malcolm Gladwell for their Next Big Idea Club. At international conferences like SXSW, TedX, and... read full bio
Assisting teams and leaders with transformation, resilience, and mentality, Dr. Lilly Tam has worked with many Fortune 500 businesses. She is frequently asked to assist managers, executives, and high-potential employees in overcoming self-limiting attitudes and making "maybe" become reality. She has a distinctive and competitive skill set that turns audiences into higher performers thanks to her vast academic background and professional... read full bio
Hava Siegelmann, an internationally renowned UMass Provost Professor in computer science and a recognized authority on neural networks, is a senior faculty member for bio-inspired AI. She is the director of the Biologically Inspired Neural and Dynamical Systems (BINDS) Laboratory and a key member of the University of Massachusetts Neuroscience and Behavior Program. She has received special recognition for her... read full bio
Walker Reynolds has over 20 years of experience working in mining, steel, printing, and Tier 1 automotive before moving into systems integration and eventually becoming an entrepreneur and teacher. Reynolds learned a lot from his years working on the factory floor with operators, supervisors, management teams, project and safety coordinators, and others. He used these skills to his work as an outside consultant,... read full bio
Maia Brenner is an enthusiastic economist and data scientist with a background in mathematics and statistics, good programming abilities, and experience in the public sector and consultancy. She uses her expertise in social sciences and econometrics along with her proficiency in Python and machine learning in her role as a data scientist at Tryolabs. Among other things, Maia's consulting experience includes... read full bio
Author, lecturer, and businessman Tim Cortinovis was just chosen by Thinkers360 as one of the Top 100 Thought Leaders in AI. Event participants from Fortune 500 firms enjoy his vivacious storytelling style. Tim has been touring the world giving keynote addresses and doing seminars in English, German, and Spanish to assist businesses in utilizing cutting-edge technology like blockchain, artificial intelligence, and... read full bio
Michelle Aguilar entered The Biggest Loser looking to lose weight and resurrect her relationship with her mother. She emerged a champion on both levels. Aguilar was crowned The Biggest Loser: Families champion during the NBC reality weight-loss series' sixth season.... read full bio
Lenora Billings-Harris, is an international consultant, Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), and author of The Diversity Advantage: A Guide to Making Diversity Work focuses 100% of business on diversity and inclusion issues. With more than 25 years of experience in the public and private sectors, Lenora has developed a unique way of presenting sensitive topics in a high-energy, thought-provoking and non-threatening... read full bio
Milo Shapiro left fifteen years in Information Technology to pursue his then-ten-year passion: applying improvisation to business practices and personal development. His self-created training program, TEAMprovising, has created a team connectedness, improved communication, and boosted innovation for I.T. engineers at Sempra Energy, processing clerks at Computer Science Corporation, and nurses at HealthSouth. As a member of the esteemed National Speakers... read full bio
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Catch Me delightfully satirizes the divided and competitive nature of our society with world class magic and humor to portray our foibles, from generational conflicts to our nation's political process. Catch Me aspires to generate laughs while creating a unique event that appeals to even those skeptical of traditional magic shows. Instead of the usual demonstrations of... read full bio
Ron Kitchens LEADERSHIP ARCHITECT Ron's focus is to assist leaders to accelerate their impact and well-being in career, family, and community. Ron is the senior partner and chief executive officer of Southwest Michigan First, an economic consulting firm, which includes Consultant Connect and the Southwest Michigan First Life Science Fund. He is the publisher of 269 MAGAZINE™, board member of Impact Athletic, chairman... read full bio
Michelle Cruz Rosado is an inspirational speaker, peace advocate and best-selling co-author of "Pursuing Your Destiny: How to Overcome Adversity and Achieve Your Dreams," a story about survival and finding one's true self. Since Michelle's deep realization from surviving one of the most horrific attacks in American history, she has devoted her life to teaching and serving humanity around the world... read full bio
Roger helps organizations, individuals, and meetings across North America to be more be more engaging and maximize their potential. His award-winning keynotes, workshops, and training sessions are thought provoking, entertaining, and interactive. Roger creates a positive, transformational experience that leaves participants energized and excited to achieve their goals. He helps people become a bigger, better, more authentic version of... read full bio
